The Importance of Budgeting and Financial Planning for Wineries

As a winery owner, you know that creating a delightful bottle of wine requires more than just excellent grapes and expert winemaking skills. Behind every successful vintage is a meticulous planning process that ensures your winery remains financially viable and profitable.  Budgeting and financial planning are the backbone of this process, guiding you to make…
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How Do We Increase Sales? A Collaborative Guide for Wineries

At Protea Financial, we are proud to work with many incredible people who are making exceptional wine! Their dedication to their craft is inspiring.  We wish this were enough to build a successful wine business. But it is not!  Currently, wine and alcoholic beverages, in general, are having a tough time. Between oversupply, congested markets,…
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Common Challenges in Monthly Closing for Wine Businesses: Solutions and Strategies

The monthly closing process is crucial for wine businesses, serving as a cornerstone for financial accuracy and operational efficiency. However, it comes with its fair share of challenges.  From managing inventory to ensuring compliance with regulations, wine businesses often find themselves navigating a complex landscape. Here at Protea Financial, we want to explore these common…
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California Redemption Value (CRV) New Labeling Requirements for Wineries

The California Redemption Value (CRV) program stands as a foundation of environmental stewardship and recycling initiatives within the state of California. Instituted under the California Beverage Container Recycling and Litter Reduction Act, this pioneering program requires consumers to pay a nominal deposit on certain beverage containers, which is then refunded upon returning the empty containers…
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